SNUFF BOX. HORN, WOOD, METAL. SPAIN, 1861.
Antiques - Miscellaneous / Other Objects
Reference: ZE351A
Pastoral box. Carved horn, wood, metal. Spanish school, 1861. Submits registrations. Oval box made of antler carved in its colour, with wood on the lid to reinforce it, decorated on the outside with a series of engraved elements. On the base there is an animal or monster, on the lid there is a monstrance or ostensorium with a cross in the centre and a large base with geometric elements, surrounded by angular shapes acting as a frame. Under the antler hinge there is the date of the piece's creation (1861) and, between two bands of angular elements, an inscription (I am from francys / inverted d / a rhombus / poios), alluding to the owner (and possibly the craftsman) of the work. This type of box, of popular tradition, was common in ancient times and was usually made by shepherds or cattle breeders themselves to store snuff or tobacco.
· Size: 7x4x4 cms.
900 €
